Jackie McLean - alto saxophone Larry Willis - piano Bob Cranshaw - bass Clifford Jarvis - drums With the exception of a beautiful ballad version of Larry Willis's "Poor Eric," the music on this CD (which is also available in Mosaic's four-CD Jackie McLean box set) is hard-charging, intense and fairly free. Altoist McLean was at the peak of his powers during this period and, inspired by the versatile rhythm section (pianist Larry Willis, bassist Bob Cranshaw and drummer Clifford Jarvis), he plays explorative versions of his own "Eco," Willis&… read more
Jackie McLean - alto saxophone Larry Willis - piano Bob Cranshaw - bass Clifford Jarvis - drums With the exception of a beautiful ballad … read more
Jackie McLean - alto saxophone Larry Willis - piano Bob Cranshaw - bass Clifford Jarvis - drums With the exception of a beautiful ballad version of Larry Willis's "… read more
Jackie McLean (May 17, 1931 – March 31, 2006) was an American jazz alto saxophonist and educator, born in New York City. His early recordings as leader were in the hard bop school. He later became an exponent of modal jazz and avant-garde jazz without abandoning his foundation in hard bop. Throughout his career he was known for his distinctive withering/piercing/searing tone, his slightly sharp pitch, and a strong foundation in blues. His father, John Sr., who died in 1939, played guitar in Tiny Bradshaw's orchestra. After his father's death, his musical education was co… read more
Jackie McLean (May 17, 1931 – March 31, 2006) was an American jazz alto saxophonist and educator, born in New York City. His early recordings as leader were in the hard bop school. He late… read more
Jackie McLean (May 17, 1931 – March 31, 2006) was an American jazz alto saxophonist and educator, born in New York City. His early recordings as leader were in the hard bop school. He later became an exponent of modal jazz and avant-g… read more